1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | Fairlady | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
